ENT in the rest of the world

Oxford Handbook of ENT and Head and Neck Surgery ◽

10.1093/med/9780198725312.003.0019 ◽

2019 ◽

pp. 335-368

Author(s):

Rogan Corbridge ◽

Nicholas Steventon

Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

Head And Neck Cancer ◽

Head And Neck ◽

Developing Country ◽

Neck Cancer ◽

Developing World ◽

Geographic Location ◽

Tropical Diseases ◽

The World ◽

Nose And Throat

This chapter provides an overview of some tropical diseases presenting as ear, nose, and throat (ENT) conditions. Knowledge of these conditions can be relevant to those working in a developing country and those treating patients who have recently migrated from, or who have been on holiday to, a developing country. The problems of healthcare in the developing world, common conditions by geographic location, and risk factors specific to certain parts of the world in relation to head and neck cancer are described. Specific conditions and their management are outlined.

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Clinical and epidemiological features of HPV-associated head and neck cancer in Russia: results of a sample study

Journal Infectology ◽

10.22625/2072-6732-2021-13-3-62-69 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 13 (3) ◽

pp. 62-69

Author(s):

E. N. Belyakova

Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

Squamous Cell Carcinoma ◽

Head And Neck Cancer ◽

Cell Carcinoma ◽

Head And Neck ◽

Oral Mucosa ◽

Neck Cancer ◽

Malignant Neoplasms ◽

Epidemiological Features ◽

The World

Recently, an increase in the incidence of all malignant neoplasms of the head and neck has been noted throughout the world. The most common type of head and neck cancer is squamous cell carcinoma, which originates from the epithelium of the oral mucosa, pharynx, and larynx. In Russia, cancer of the oral mucosa and cancer of the oropharynx are in 4th place in the structure of malignant neoplasms: more than 80 thousand new cases are registered every year. Human papillomavirus is the leading cause of increased incidence of squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck in many regions of the world.Objective: to determine the main clinical and epidemiological features of HPV-associated head and neck cancer.Methods: a study based on a retrospective analysis of the patient's anamnestic data was carried out. Results: Demonstrated the role of smoking OR=2.07 (CI: 1.07—4.02), hookah smoking OR=3.06 (CI: 1.06—8.80), drinking strongly hot drinks OR=3.65 (CI: 1.44—9.25), the presence of a dental prosthesis OR=7.32 (CI: 2.77—19.31), heredity OR=7.38 (CI: 3.07—17.76), “Poor” dental status OR=33.54 (CI: 15.01—74.95), positive HPV status in history OR=7.31 (CI: 2.77—19.31), 5 or more sexual partners lifetime OR=4.95 (CI: 2.47—9.93) as risk factors for HPV-associated. head, and neck cancer. Conclusion: HPV prophylaxis plays an important role in reducing the incidence of associated head and neck malignancies. The results of the study convinced of the need for preventive measures in relation to the identified risk factors for the development of HPV-associated head and neck cancer.

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